Episode 175 - Wilson Hickman: The Role of Fantasy in Christian Filmmaking In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, Your host Geoffrey Whitt welcomes Wilson Hickman, a passionate young Christian filmmaker. Wilson shares his journey from writing stories as a child to creating "The Lost Healer," an award-winning proof of concept for a Christian fantasy TV series. Inspired by the topic of spiritual warfare, Wilson discusses weaving biblical themes into imaginative storytelling, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and the importance of authentic, God-honoring entertainment. He also opens up about his faith, creative process, and the collaborative effort behind bringing his vision to life.Highlights Include:Passion for StorytellingThe Lost Healer ProjectCreative ProcessCreating the Fantasy WorldCasting ProcessExperience as a Young FilmmakerBio:Wilson Hickman is a follower of Jesus with a strong passion for storytelling. From a young age, he began writing books in a variety of genres, and his creativity soon expanded to screenwriting. Wilson’s latest project is The Lost Healer, an award-winning proof-of-concept episode for a Christian-themed fantasy TV series. Inspired by real-life spiritual warfare, the series transports viewers to an imaginative new world while weaving biblical themes throughout its narrative. Recognizing the power of stories to shape the culture, Wilson seeks to make compelling, God-honoring entertainment that can be enjoyed by a broad audience.Website: thelosthealer.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelosthealerseries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelosthealerseries/Editor: Geoffrey WhittFAFF Association Online Meetups: https://faffassociation.com/#faff-meetingsScreenwriters Retreat - Mexico: https://www.faffassociation.com/writers-retreatJaclyn's Book - In the Beginning, Middle and End: A Screenwriter’s Observations of LIfe, Character, and God: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9R7XS9VVIP Producers Mentorship Program https://www.faffassociation.com/vip-producers-mentorship The Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers,  talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications

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